At Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics we specialize in exclusive pre-owned vehicles like Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Honda. All of our vehicles are hand-picked with the highest level of expertise by Franck Freon, 18 year race car veteran and winner of the legendary 24 Hours of Daytona 2001 and much more.

Saturday, February 27, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics Car Of The Day...a 2004 Mercedes Benz ML350, 4-door SUV. This beautiful black on tan leather interior is a pristine, pre-owned SUV with only 50,855 original miles. This classic Benz is one of the most popular and satisfying Sport Utilities on the road today. It handles with precision and has all the space and comfort a passenger could need. It combines the economical sense of a sedan with the power and comfort of an SUV.This classic, pre-owned ML350 is a clean vehicle that runs and looks great! It has been fully serviced and Pumpkin Certified. It has full power options, power/heated seats, AM/FM Stereo with a 6-disc CD Changer, privacy glass windows, roof rack, alloy wheels, moon roof and more. It has a clean title history, no flood or frame damage. We have financing available for those who qualify and customized service contracts for every buyer. To schedule a test drive, contact us at (609)646-7676.

For more information on this vehicle, to view more photos or to see a complete listing of our current inventory, log onto our website at http://www.pumpkincars.com/. If you have never been to our unique indoor showroom located in Egg Harbor Twp just outside of Atlantic City, then you can find detailed driving directions on our website as well. Check out other satisfied Pumpkin customers by clicking here.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

We hope everyone is enjoying their own little piece of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Each time we at Pumpkin Cars watch an Olympics, we remember the excitement (and also the freezing cold!) of the winter of 2002 when Franck Freon, creator and owner of Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics, had the amazing honor of running the Olympic torch during the Winter Olympics.

Franck carried the flame in downtown Center City, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 2002. He was joined by his wife, Gina Freon, and their two young children, Harrison who was almost 4 years old and Isabella who was 2 at the time (and pictured in strollers with their Dad in the photo above). Gina’s Mom, brother John and sister Christine, along with her brother Brian and his wife Donna with their three young children (also pictured above), Alyssa, 10, Emily, 8 and Brian, almost 4, were all by his side to cheer him on!

This was a very exciting time, as Franck was at the height of his car racing career as a General Motors factory driver. He had just won the 2000 & 2001 Petit Le Mans races, as well as the 2001 24 hours of Daytona as a Corvette driver for the Pratt & Miller General Motors Corvette Racing Team. He was so proud to be one of the chosen few to carry the famous Olympic flame and the torch and to help represent America in the 2002 Winter Olympics. Now, in 2010, he's cheering on his growing future stars or "olympians" as they ski and snowboard and strive to achieve their dreams! Enjoy the rest of the games!

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day...a 2002 Mercedes Benz ML320, 4-door SUV, 7-passenger. This pre-owned champagne ML320, with its tan leather interior, is a clssic color combination. The ML's are currently one of the most popular SUV's on the market and with car manufacturer's around the world adding, the much in demand, third rows, this 7-passenger ML will not last long! These days, everyone seems to want more room in their SUV's, while still maintaining a fuel efficient vehicle that won't kill the pocket book. Size does matter and although consumers like the extra third row, they don't necessarily want an Expedition or an Escalade. They want to be able to blend in on the road and find a parking space easily. So, in steps the Mercedes Benz with an answer to the problem. The ML320 offers the extra seating with the luxury of removing the third row at the owner's convenience. Keeping the V6, 3.2 liter engine you'll be able to pull off carrying the extra passengers without spending a bunch more at the gas pump.

The Mercedes Benz luxury features remain. Power/heated seats, power moon roof, alloy wheels, AM/FM Stereo with a 6-disc CD Changer, roof rack, privacy glass windows, auto-dim rear view mirrors and full power options are just a few of the many attributes this pristine Benz has to offer. With just over 77k original miles, you'll save thousands over the cost of a new one. Buy it from Pumpkin Fine Cars now for only $14,495. This vehicle comes complete with a clean and clear title history, no flood or frame damage. It is a one-owner vehicle and is originally from the Pennsylvania/New Jersey area. As with all of our vehicles, it has been fully serviced and professionally detailed making it Pumpkin Certified. If you would like to read some reviewsfrom other satisfied Pumpkin customers, who purchased the ML series from us, check out our testimonial section online at http://www.pumpkincars.com/.

Monday, February 22, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day...a 2004 Mercedes Benz S500 Sport, 4-door sedan. This black on black beauty is the "King" some would say, of the Mercedes Benz family. It's got everything the world would expect in a luxury sedan and remains the model to which all other luxury sedans aspire to be like. It has a very impressive V8, 5.0 liter engine and handles exceptionally well, with plenty of grace and style. It has all the luxury features that any owner would expect and want. This pre-owned vehicle retails at over $85,000, but you can own it now for a fraction of that price. This vehicle is barely broken in with only 47,541 original miles! This pristine, pre-owned S500Sport is selling at ONLY $25,995, well under it's book value.

To start with, the Sport Package on this vehicle includes original AMG front and rear bumper ground effects and magnificent AMG 18" sport wheels & rims. This sport package gives a fantastic stance to the S500 line and turns heads wherever you go. This package is topped off with a Navigation system, Xenon headlights, Leather interior, power/heated seats with memory positioning, auto-dimming rear view mirrors, an AM/FM Stereo with a 6-disc CD Changer and an impressive sound system. The title is history is clean, no flood or frame damage and this vehicle has been fully serviced, making it Pumpkin Certified. To read some reviews on what critics had to say about this vehicle, click here or log onto http://www.automotive.com/.

For more information or to schedule a test drive, contact us at (609)646-7676 or log onto our website at http://www.pumpkincars.com/. We have financing available with very competitive rates, for those who qualify. We have warranties and service plans to fit all needs and budgets. If you would like to see a complete list of our pre-owned inventory, click here.

Saturday, February 20, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day...a 2004 Acura RL 3.5, 4-Door Sedan. This sexy, sleek, pre-owned Acura has got anything and everything you could imagine in a vehicle. With 78,153 original miles and selling for only $16,995, this beauty will not last long! This sedan has lots of room and comfort, handles like a dream and has a V6, 3.5 liter engine. It is a one-owner vehicle and has been fully serviced and Pumpkin Certified.

Luxury features are plentiful and include a Navigation System, Satellite Radio with a 6-disc CD Changer, Xenon Headlights, power/heated seats, OnStar, auto-dim rear view mirrors, alloy wheels and full power options. This pre-owned Acura is a very clean and very well-taken care of automobile. If you would like to schedule a test-drive, call us at our showroom (609)646-7676 or send us an email at [email protected]. We have financing available with some of the best interest rates around. We have warranties available as well to fit everyone's needs and budgets.

If Acura isn't your cup of tea, we have plenty of other pristine vehicles from 8-passenger SUVs to 2-door sporty coupes, check out our complete inventory list online at www.pumpkincars.com. If you are still not finding exactly what you want, we invite you to stop on in and draw on the extensive experience of the owner, Franck Freon to find you just what you are looking for. We are located on Fire Road in Egg Harbor Twp just outside of Atlantic City, NJ. Directions can be found on our website.

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics loves to give back to the community through numerous charities and events throughout the year. Since the owners, Franck and Gina Freon grew up playing sports and now have children who are involved in sports, the athletic programs throughout Atlantic and Cape May Counties hold a special place in their hearts. These sport-related organizations raise money for various reasons. Most importantly, they give each and every child the opportunity to learn valuable skills such as teamwork, dedication, reliability, honesty and genuine hard work. These sponsorships give the teams the money they need for uniforms, tournaments, transportation to and from their games. With the economy in the shape that it is in, some children would not be able to participate in sports without the contributions and help of thelocal area businesses.

Since it is currently basketball season, we want to share with you a little bit about the basketball organizations that Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics donates to. Pumpkin gives to organizations such as Battle By The Bay, which is a state-wide High School Basketball Tournament put on by Atlantic City High School and sponsored by local businesses. It is put on every year in the month of February. The weekend of the tournament, hundreds of Jersey resident basketball players and their families and friends come out to watch the schools battle it out on the courts for pride and glory. Sadly, this year's events were cut short due to the extreme weather in South Jersey! We are looking forward to next year's Battle by the Bay!

The Linwood Lasar program is the basketball organization in the city of Linwood, New Jersey. This program is a recreation league for children grades 1 thru 8. It gives children the opportunity to play basketball with their friends and neighbors in a friendly, educational format. More recently, Pumpkin has also donated to the Pleasantville High School boys basketball team. They are raising money for their organization through advertising local businesses in their season schedules and posters put up at their games. We are proud to support such talented young althletes and their fiercely dedicated coaches who give a lot of their personal time and effort to teach the kids.

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Cars Of The Day.....Today we are featuring two new 2006 Honda's to the Pumpkin line-up. First, we have an immaculate 2006 Honda Accord Ex-L with only 42,872 original miles. This beauty has a Factory Powertrain Warranty good thru April 2011 and is fully loaded with tons of luxury features. It has a clean title history with no flood or frame damage. The glossy graphite exterior is complimented by black leather interior. Options include an XM Satellite Radio with an in-dash 6-disc CD Changer, power/heated seats, optional leather steering wheel, alloy wheels and a power moon roof. It has been fully serviced and Pumpkin Certified, ready to be driven home. Buy it now for the low, low price of only $15,495.00.

We also have a 2006 Honda CR-V Special Edition with only 33,885 original miles. This better-than-new, pre-owned SUV is also under a Factory Powertrain Warranty until November 2010. It has been fully serviced and Pumpkin Certified as well. It has leather interior with heated seats, AM/FM Stereo with a 6-disc CD Changer, alloy wheels, privacy glass windows and a roof rack. The Honda CR-V is one of the most economical and affordable SUV's on the market today with all the reliability and safety that the Hondas are known for. This particular Honda is a One-Owner vehicle and is ready for a second owner, priced to sell at only $17,995.00.

If you are interested in either of these beautiful Honda's, stop by our unique indoor showroom located just outside of Atlantic City in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ. Directions can be found by clicking here or logging onto http://www.pumpkincars.com/. Contact us anytime at (609)646-7676 or visit our website for additional information and a complete list of our pre-owned inventory. We have financing available with great competitive rates and extended service plans for everyone's needs and budgets. If you still need convincing, check out the testimonial section on our website and see what other Pumpkin customers had to say about our vehicles and our service!

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' is featuring not one, but two inexpensive, quality vehicles for sale. First we have a classic, 1991 Mercedes Benz 420sel. This pre-owned 4-door sedan was previously the owner, Franck Freon's car. Driven and serviced faithfully for the past two years, this oldy but goody is a quality vehicle in good running and working condition. It has past the Pumpkin Certification and has a clean and clear title history. It has currently 192,315 original miles, however these vehicles are known to last up to 350k miles on an original engine. It has lots of space and comfort and some luxury features to boot. The classic black exterior is complimented by gray leather interior, AM/FM Stereo w/ CD Player, power seats with memory positioning, privacy glass windows, alloy wheels, full power options and an auto-dimming rear view mirror. It has a solid V8, 4.2 liter engine and an automatic transmission.

Next we have a 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora, 4 door sedan. This one-owner, pre-owned vehicle was taken in on trade and is in great condition. It has also has a V8, 4.0 liter engine and an automatic transmission with 127,547 original miles. Lots of luxury features which include tan leather interior, full power options with power seats and memory positioning, power mirrors w/ memory and defog, remote keyless entry with illumination, automatic climate control with both driver and passenger controls, auto-dim rear view mirrors, 16" alloy wheels and anti-lock brakes. The previous owner took very good care of this vehicle and was a non-smoker, serviced it regularly and it shows. This is a very comfortable car to drive and travel in.

Both of these great pre-owned vehicles are selling for the low, low price of $2,995.00, well under book value. So stop on into our indoor showroom for a test drive. Directions can be found on our website at http://www.pumpkincars.com/. We offer extended service plans to fit anyone's needs and budgets. If you are looking to spend a little more money on a pre-owned vehicle, you can find the rest of our inventory by clicking here.

Monday, February 15, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day...a 2007 Mercedes Benz E350, 4matic. This pre-owned, immaculate E350 has a V6, 3.5 liter engine and an automatic transmission with only 34,348 original certified miles. It is currently under a Factory Warranty until June 2011 or 50k miles, whichever comes first. This one-owner vehicle has a clean & complete title history, no flood or frame damage. It has been fully serviced and professionally detailed making it Pumpkin Certified and ready to be test driven.

This pre-owned Benz is fully loaded and comes with tons of luxury features, including a Navigation System and Satellite Radio with a 6-disc CD Changer & IPod Kit capability, power/heated seats with memory positioning, auto-dim rear view mirrors, auto trunk lid, power mirrors and 17" alloy wheels. We have financing available and a credit application can be found on our website at www.pumpkincars.com, as well as driving directions to our indoor showroom.

For more information, more photos or to view a complete list of our pristine inventory, click here or log onto our website. As always, we can be reached by calling (609)646-7676.

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' PRESIDENT'S DAY SALE IS HERE! We have LOWERED THE PRICES on some of our perfect, pre-owned vehicles. Those specials include a sexy, sleek 2006 Mercedes Benz CLS500, a coupe style sedan with four doors. This NEW BODY STYLE is paving the way for automobile manufacturers around the world. With only 44,478 original certified miles and an original retail value priced at over $71,325, you can own this barely broken in, BETTER THAN NEW, CLS500 for ONLY $34,995! THAT'S A SAVINGS OF OVER $36,000.00!

If your taste craves a SPORTIER VEHICLE such as a BMW, check out this 2004 BMW 645ciwith only 58,453 original miles. This ONE-OWNER, pre-owned Beamer comes with a BMW FACTORY SERVICE PLAN and has the Premium Package, loaded with tons of luxury features. This 6-series is over $5K UNDER BOOK VALUE...priced at ONLY $27,995!

Or maybe you are interested in a newer, LUXURY VEHICLE with superior handling and comfort...then a 2007 Mercedes Benz S550 will fill the void. Previously listed at $47,995...Features include a FACTORY WARRANTY until July 2010, a Premium Package with Navigation, Satellite Radio and power/heated & ventilated seats. You'll be cruising in style, making heads turn all around in this ONE OWNER, LUXURY vehicle now FOR ONLY $44,995. That's an incredible savings of over $3k. You won't find another one like it anywhere around!

So don't waste your time driving around from dealer to dealer. Come see the best cars in South Jersey or even the Greater Philadelphia area and drive home a Pumpkin Car today! Stop in and take one, or a few, of our one owner, factory warrantied, premium packaged, pre-owned vehicles for a no pressure, no hassle free test drive today! We have on-the-spot financing available, for those who qualify, and you can shop in the comfort of our unique indoor showroom. Contact us now at (609)646-7676 for more information or to schedule an appointment!

Sunday, February 14, 2010

In today's version of our "Car of the Day" we are showcasing our 2002 Mercedes Benz S430. Driven 74,075 certified miles since new. This body style S class is becoming very hard to find, especially one of this quality! Retailing for $17,995, this beauty comes fully equipped with navigation, power and heated seats, power windows, power locks, rear sunshade, moonroof, 6 disc CD player, and much more! Like every car here at Pumpkin, this vehicle has been fully serviced and fully detailed, making it Pumpkin Certified! Stay out of the cold and come visit us in our unique indoor showroom for a free test drive today! Please check out the rest of our inventory on our website http://www.pumpkincars.com/!

Saturday, February 13, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day... a 2002 Mercedes Benz C320, 4-door sedan. JUST IN, this super clean, sporty C320 comes equipped with a V6 engine and an automatic transmission. It is one of the smaller vehicles in the Benz family but leaves little left to be desired. There is no lack of space or comfort and it packs in plenty of luxury features. It has great handling, superior safety and control and has a clean title history with no frame or flood damage.

The classic silver exterior is complimented by black leather interior. Features include power seats with memory positioning, a power rear sunshade, premium alloy wheels, premium audio system with an AM/FM Stereo and a 6-disc CD Changer, a moon roof and power windows, locks and seats. This vehicle has been fully serviced, Pumpkin Certified and has been professionally detailed by our in-house detailer. Contact us at (609)646-7676 to schedule your test drive and we'll warm up the car for your arrival. To view more photos of this vehicle, click here.

Friday, February 12, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day...a 2007 Honda Accord EX, 4-Door Sedan. This in-demand, pre-owned sedan won't be available for long. This is one of the most popular cars on the road today, hands down. Quality and safety are what Honda is known for and buyers everywhere are always on the prowl for a good looking, affordable Accord. This one is full of options and has only 30,189 original miles. It is still under a Bumper to Bumper Factory Warranty until June 2010. Honda also has a 5 year or 60k mile (whichever comes first) Powertrain Warranty on this vehicle. The book value on this car is over $18,000 however you can buy it now from us for only $16,495.00.

Not only is this pre-owned Accord a pristine vehicle that has been fully serviced and Pumpkin Certified but it is also a One Owner vehicle and has a clean title history, no frame or flood damage. We can guarantee that you won't find another one like it, of this quality, anywhere around for this price. Some of the features include alloy wheels, an AM/FM Stereo with an in-dash 6-disc CD Changer, driver's side power seats, power windows and locks, anti-lock brakes, cruise control, title steering wheel and a moon roof. The silver exterior and black cloth interior is a classic. If you are in the market for a safe, good looking vehicle that will last a long time and still hold some value, then stop on by for a free, no hassle test drive.

For more information or to view more pristine vehicles in our inventory, log onto http://www.pumpkincars.com/. We have financing available for those who qualify and a credit application can be found on our website as well. If you have never been to our unique indoor showroom located in EHT, NJ, detailed driving directions can be found by clicking here. Thank you for visiting our daily blog, we look forward to putting you in a Pumpkin car real soon!

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Welcome to Pumpkin Car's blog. In today's version of our car of the day we are featuring a 2005 Ford Mustang. Driven only 43,814 original miles since new. This is the first year of this body style. Its dark red exterior makes its one of a kind. Retailed at $12,990, the mustang comes equipped with an automatic transmission, AM/FM radio with CD player, power windows, power locks, and much more! Like every car at Pumpkin this vehicle has been fully detailed and fully serviced, making it Pumpkin Certified! Stay out of the cold and come visit us in our unique indoor showroom. Please check out the rest of our inventory at http://www.pumpkincars.com/!

Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day....a 2006 Mercedes Benz CLS500, 4-door coupe. The original window sticker lists this vehicle at over $71,300...buy it from us for a mere fraction of that price. With only 44,478 original certified miles, this pre-owned CLS500 is barely that. Its better than new but at half the cost...$34,995. So stop in now for a free, no pressure no hassle test drive. Call ahead and we'll have it pulled out, warmed up and ready for your arrival.

This pre-owned Benz is a magnificent example of quality and craftsmanship, mixed with the right amount of luxury, topped off with superior safety and reliability...Mercedes Benz has found the answer to blending the style and beauty of the lines of the coupe with the convenience of the four doors, making the CLS concept unique and in a class of its own. The CLS body, to this day, is still a worldwide success in automobile styling. This pristine beauty is powered by one of the very best Mercedes Benz V8 engines, delivering over 300hp. It is equipped with a cutting-edge 7-speed transmission and tons of luxury features.

This vehicle will turn heads and is guaranteed to gain attention. The appearance alone is worth the buy. The Iridium Silver exterior comes with a high gloss Laurel Trim, Ash leather interior and the optional Wood Trim package. A leather and wood steering wheel and a wood shift knob add a unique flare to this already superior automobile. Just to name a few of the many features included in this pre-owned Benz is a Navigation System, power heated seats with memory, 4-zone climate control, 18" alloy wheels, Partktronic Sensors, Blue Tinted glass windows, auto-dim rear view mirrors and an AM/FM stereo with both a CD Player and a 6-disc CD Changer.For more information or to view the complete list of our pristine inventory, log onto our website at http://www.pumpkincars.com/. We have financing available, as well as warranties for every one's needs and budgets. Contact us anytime at (609)646-7676, we are located just outside of Atlantic City on Fire Road in Egg Harbor Twp, NJ. Click here for detailed driving directions.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day...a 2001 Mercedes Benz CLK320, 2-Door Coupe. This beautiful, sexy pre-owned CLK320 is a steal! With only 48,448 original miles, you won't find another one like it for miles. This pristine, Benz is a One Owner vehicle with a clean title history, no flood or frame damage. It drives and looks like new with its V6, 3.2 liter engine . It has a great combination of comfort and space and stability and control. This vehicle will definitely turn some heads.

It comes fully loaded with tons of luxury features. Power seats with memory positioning, a power rear sunshade, 16" Alloy wheels, an AM/FM Stereo with a 6-disc, in-dash CD Changer, a moon roof and lots more. This smooth CLK320 can be yours for the low, low price of $14,995. To come across another one like this, with the amount of low miles, in this pristine condition and at this price, will be hard to find. So stop by now for your free test drive. We have financing available, for those who qualify and warranties to fit any one's budget. As with all of Pumpkin's Fine Cars, this CLK320 has been fully serviced, Pumpkin Certified and professionally detailed by our in-house detailer. If you call ahead, we'll have this car pulled out and warmed up, ready for your arrival.

For detailed driving directions, click here, or contact us at (609)646-7676. Stop by our unique indoor showroom located just outside of Atlantic City, in Egg Harbor Twp, New Jersey. If you would like to see a complete list of our entire pristine inventory, log onto our website at http://www.pumpkincars.com/.

Thank you again for visiting our blog! We look forward to getting you into the car of your dreams real soon! Remember...if you don't find what you are looking for in our inventory, just place a special order with Franck Freon, the owner, and we'll go out and find it for you! To submit an inquiry you can access our contact page online as well.

WE BUY CARS! At Pumpkin, we buy cars even if your not in the market to replace yours. Bring your car to Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics for a free appraisal. If your vehicle is financed, we'll take care of the pay-off.

If it's not, just bring the title with you. In any case, you will leave with your check that day if you wish to. It's worth a quick visit. There is no pressure and no obligation at Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics. It's really easy, just call Franck at (609) 646 76 76 or email us for more information or directions. Thank you.

Monday, February 8, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day......a 2002 BMW 530i, 4-Door Sedan. This pre-owned, mid-sized sedan is one of the most popular BMW's on the market...and for good reason. It combines classic good looks with superior craftsmanship and performance that's second-to-none! If you are looking for a mid-sized luxury sedan, but want to save some money in the process, than this pre-owned 5-series is your pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. With just over 96k original miles, this classic BMW is priced well below books at only $11,995.00.

This 530i has been fully serviced and Pumpkin Certified. It is a one-owner vehicle with a clean title history, no flood or frame damage! Luxury features are plentiful with leather interior, full power options, a moon roof, Xenon headlights and an AM/FM Stereo with a CD Player. The 3.0 liter engine is an increase over the previous year's 5-series models. The horsepower has also been increased to a rating of 225. If you are looking for the precision handling of a sports car with the comfort of a sedan, this 530i meets nicely in the middle. For a complete review from the Inside Line on the 2002 BMW 530i Follow Up Test, click here.

For more photos or information on this pre-owned 5-series or others like it, log onto http://www.pumpkincars.com/. We have financing available as well as extended warranties to fit every one's needs and budgets. Call ahead for your test drive and we'll have the vehicle of your choice pulled out and warmed up, ready for your arrival. As always, we are available anytime during our normal business hours at (609)646-7676.

Thank you for visiting our blog, we look forward to meeting you real soon!

Sunday, February 7, 2010

Hello Pumpkin customers and friends! We have been experiencing an unusually tough winter session this week-end in our good state of New Jersey. I want to review some safety tips that could help us all save some time, trouble and maybe even some money...

First, cleaning the snow off your Pumpkin Car...or not. The "dreaded" shovel is the nightmare of any car's paint job. Avoid it. Remove the snow from the hood, roof and trunk lid with your hands, maybe using an old towel. The key is to not scratch the paint. This could cost you a visit to the body shop.

Second, the first time you open the door, be very gentle. Most likely the seals are frozen and you want to open it very slowly. If the door is stuck, nothing is better than some warm water poured all the way around the edges of the door before opening it.

Third, before you turn on the ignition, please make sure all wipers (front and back) are OFF. Frozen wipers will blow the wipers motors mechanism instantly. I also always recommend to switch off all electrical BEFORE starting the car. Radio off, heat - A/C fan off, lights off. This will save energy, allowing your battery to provide enough power to start your car...which is the goal. Keep in mind that cold temperatures impact tremendously your car battery's strength. A good battery becomes just an average one in the cold weather and an already weak battery will let you down during the tough winter days.

Fourth, when the engine starts, let it warm up for few minutes. Obviously you can turn on your heat and anything else you need at that point. Please do not start driving with reduced visibility. Make SURE the snow/ice does not create dangerous blind spots. A few more minutes preparing your vehicle could save your life.

Fifth, turn ON YOUR LIGHTS (low beams are fine). Remember you may not need them to see, but other cars will see you better.

Sixth, even if the roads are kind of cleared, the surface could still be snowy or icy or both. That means you have just put your vehicle on an ice rink. There is minimal grip and you have to drive accordingly. Accelerate in a soft manner, don't build any type speed before having a good understanding of the grip of the road. Also, be very conservative because the road could become slipperierin a colder area, in the shadow of a building, or on a bridge. Always keep a greater distance between you and other vehicles in these conditions. Don't get distracted, stay focused on your driving. It's your best insurance.

Seventh, if you have the chance to drive a 4x4 or an all wheel drive (AWD), please keep in mind that the road is as slippery for you as it is for the regular transmission vehicles. The 4 wheel drive will help you to get better traction leaving your snowy drive way or to gain some grip at the traffic light when it turns green, but please keep in mind that a 4 wheel drive DOES NOT IMPROVE YOUR BREAKING. We have seen so many times people building confidence and speed because of the good traction of their 4 wheel drive vehicle and yet being completely hopeless when it's time to slow down or stop their car or SUV. The AWD/ 4 wheel drive are great vehicles but they are not a free pass to safety when the road are dangerous. Be smart about it.

I hope this helps. AAA has some nice tips too. We'll see you soon at Pumpkin Cars. Warmly yours, Franck

Friday, February 5, 2010

We want to mention that with the impending weather, we may be closed tomorrow, February 6, 2010 due to the snow. Please call before heading over to Pumpkin. Our regular hours of operation for Saturdays are 10am-4pm. Be safe and have a relaxing weekend!

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day....a 2004 BMW 645ci, 2-Door Coupe. This pre-owned beauty has all the class and comfort you would expect from a BMW. With a sleek, sexy body style, mineral silver exterior with black leather interior, you will turn all heads when cruising down the road in this ultimate expression of BMW sensibility. A one-owner vehicle with only 58,453 miles, we're selling this vehicle for thousands under book value....$28,995.00

This 645ci is still under an active Factory warranty and is loaded down with tons of luxury features. The V8, 4.4 liter engine is equipped with a Premium Package including Navigation System, power/heated seats with memory positioning, heated steering wheel, auto-dimming rear view mirrors, Xenon headlights and 17" alloy wheels. The sound system is second to none and features a 6-disc CD Changer. The title history is clean, no frame or flood damage. This pre-owned Beamer has been fully serviced, Pumpkin Certified and professionally detailed. If you would like to see more photos, log onto our website at http://www.pumpkincars.com/.

For more information on our dealership, other pristine vehicles in our inventory or if you would like to fill out an application for financing, visit our website for all of this and more. Contact us at (609)646-7676 and we'll be happy to warm up this car for your test drive.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day.....a 2001 BMW 330cic, 2-Door Convertible. I know it doesn't seem like the right time of year to be featuring a pre-owned convertible vehicle, however the best time of year is actually NOW! To get the best prices on a summer vehicle you need to start your search months in advance because once the season comes, it's supply and demand, making it harder to find that special convertible you may be yearning for. Besides, you won't find another BMW convertible of this quality for only $12,995.00 anywhere else. Stop on by today for a test drive... we promise to keep the top up!

It's 6 cylinder, 3.0 liter engine gives it just the right amount of power with complete handle and control. Purring like a finely oiled machine, the sportiness comes with no lacking of comfort and style. This 3-series BMW is for the individual who demands more than basic transportation. With a black powered soft-top, heated seats with memory positioning, full power options, auto-dimming rear view mirrors and alloy wheels, you'll get all the extras while still driving in complete safety and reliability. This pre-owned 330cic has been fully serviced, Pumpkin Certified and professionally detailed. If you need more convincing, stop on by and see the quality of our vehicles for yourself. We're located on Fire Road in Egg Harbor Twp, just minutes outside of Atlantic City.

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Pumpkin Fine Cars & Exotics' Car Of The Day....a 2003 BMW 325i, 4-Door Sedan. This pristine beauty has come back to us again. Originally a Pumpkin car, it has only 49,217 original certified miles. Previously purchased by one of our loyal customers and traded back in, this vehicle has been very well taken care of, serviced regularly and in perfect, like new, running condition. It is currently under an extended warranty good until September 2012. The dark blue exterior is perfectly complimented by the crisp tan leather interior and the Laurel wood trim. This sporty pre-owned 325i is one of the smaller body styles in the BMW family but lacks no comfort or space, drives smooth with precision handling and leaves little left to be desired.

The luxury features are plentiful and include, but are not limited to, power seats with memory positioning, auto-dimming rear view mirrors, full power options, 16" alloy wheels, moon roof and an AM/FM/Weatherband Stereo with a CD Player. As with all of Pumpkin's cars this 325i has been Pumpkin Certified, professionally detailed and is ready to be test driven. Call ahead and we'll warm it up for your arrival. If you need financing, we have that too with competitive rates from some of the leading financial institutions in the business. A credit application can be found on our website, http://www.pumpkincars.com/ as well as additional photos of this pristine 3-series. If you need further convincing, check out what epinions.com had to say about the "ultimate dream machine"! If you want to know what our previous customer's had to say, check out our testimonial section as well.

Contact us at (609)646-7676 to schedule an appointment to drive this vehicle or log onto our website for detailed driving directions to our unique indoor showroom. As always, thanks for visiting our blog....we look forward to meeting you soon and getting you into the car of your dreams!